ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The Ann Arbor Jaycees has canceled its annual Fourth of July parade and Summer Carnival but will celebrate with a virtual event and contest.
In an email, the Ann Arbor Jaycees said that the events were canceled in order to keep participants and spectators safe.
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In place of the parade, which would wind its way around downtown Ann Arbor, there will be a virtual event for families and community members to participate in.
Continuing the parade’s traditional bike decorating contest, community members are encouraged to submit photos or videos of their family-friendly decorated bikes.
Submissions will be accepted until June 19. Find submission rules here.
This year is the 30 year that the Ann Arbor Jaycees have held a Fourth of July parade. The organization will commemorate the virtual event with T-shirts, which can be bought for $15.
The Ann Arbor Jaycees Summer Carnival is usually held at Pioneer High School.
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